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CWP Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Follow a list of FAQ about IWA CWP Certification.

How is IWA's CWP - Certified Web Professional certification associated with Prosoft's CIW - Certified Internet Webmaster certification?

IWA Certfication has more requirements than Certified Internet Webmaster, but has the same knowledge base as CIW. In other words, to get the IWA-CWP Webmaster Certification, you have to have all the same knowledge as a CIW graduate, but fulfill other requirements as well. The requirements are: Experience (2 yrs), Professionalism (IWA membership), and Continuing Education (meaning you will need to take at least 30 hours of approved courses every three years to maintain the webmaster certification once you've achieved it). IWA's comprehensive requirements have established IWA Certification as the highest vendor-neutral standard in the industry.

Can exams associated with the CIW certification be used toward CWP certification?

Yes, to get CWP certified, you will need to take the CIW exams. The added benefit is that by fulfilling the requirements for IWA certification, you automatically fulfill all of the requirements for CIW certification as well, resulting in two web master certification designations, an undeniable advantage in the career market.

Is there such thing as renewing your Certification status?

To maintain your certification, you must renew your membership with IWA on an annual basis. Also, you must complete 30 hours of approved continuing education every three years for each CWP designation. IWA sends reminder notices to all CWP members to continue with their education program, and that proof of this will need to be sent to IWA at the end of each of the three years. Continuing education can be achieved by in several ways, including attending related conferences, seminars, additional coursework.


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